15+ Free Things to Do in Derby with Kids

Enjoy free outdoor recreation at this family-friendly memorial park with playgrounds, open spaces, and facilities suitable for all ages.

Explore Derby's historic riverside park with beautiful gardens, woodland walks, and family-friendly outdoor spaces perfect for a relaxing day out.

Explore Dronfield's community parks and open spaces, perfect for families seeking free outdoor recreation with amenities for all ages.

Explore a family-friendly park featuring play areas, walking trails, a café, and diverse wildlife habitats with free entry for all ages.

Explore 23 acres of Victorian gardens, playgrounds, and family attractions including a miniature railway and boating lake in the heart of Buxton.

Explore scenic reservoirs perfect for walking, wildlife spotting, and peaceful outdoor family days with free entry and dog-friendly access.

Explore a scenic Peak District landmark offering free outdoor access with stunning viewpoints, perfect for families with dogs and pushchairs of all ages.

Explore stunning limestone valleys, scenic walking trails, and picturesque parkland in the heart of the Peak District.

Explore stunning Peak District countryside with scenic walking trails, historic grounds, and family-friendly outdoor activities in this National Trust gem.

Explore dramatic moorland scenery, woodland trails, and outdoor activities across the Dark Peak's stunning Derbyshire landscape.

Explore riverside pathways and play areas along the scenic River Dove, perfect for families seeking outdoor adventures with children and dogs.

Explore 300 acres of parkland with a splash park, play areas, fishing lake, woodlands and wildlife meadows perfect for families of all ages.

Explore woodland trails, play areas, and outdoor activities across a sprawling forest centre with free entry and on-site cafe.

Explore a Georgian architect's home turned museum, featuring a world-class toy theatre collection and period rooms.

Explore Peak District National Park's visitor centre offering indoor exhibits, outdoor trails, and family-friendly activities with free entry.

Explore 321 acres of parkland, woodland and formal historical gardens surrounding a stunning castle in Derbyshire.

Meet and interact with alpacas, horses, donkeys, and other animals through guided walks, riding experiences, and hands-on activities at this working farm.

Browse 100,000 new, used and antiquarian books across 12 rooms, then relax in the vegetarian cafe with indoor and outdoor seating.